Life Kit How To Make Better (And Prettier) Pies
Nov 19, 2020
Lauren Ko, a self-taught baker and author of "Pieometry," shares her journey from baking disasters to creating visually stunning pies. She recounts a hilarious pie-making mishap during a family gathering, blending humor with valuable lessons about balancing aesthetics and technique. Lauren offers essential tips for novice bakers, emphasizing how to avoid soggy crusts and make creative tarts. She also discusses how social media fueled her baking adventures, encouraging listeners to explore their own creativity in the kitchen.
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Lauren's First Pie
- Lauren Ko made her first pie in 2016 after moving to Seattle and looking for a job.
- It was an apple pie with a lattice top, and she described it as "fine."
Thanksgiving Pie Disaster
- Lauren's second pie, a berry pie for Thanksgiving, was underbaked and leaked in the car.
- Her in-laws graciously ate the still-undercooked pie.
Start with Tarts
- Start with tarts as they are less time-intensive and technical than pies.
- Tart pastry can be made in a food processor, offering more leeway.
